Inflatable water course Aqua Park at Bewl Water now open

A new 'Total Wipeout' style inflatable water park, the first of its kind in Kent, has opened.

Bewl Aqua Park, at Bewl Water near Lamberhurst, is now pumped up and ready.

The giant water playground features climbing walls, trampolines, balancing bars, rockers, rollers and blast bags, similar to the inflatable obstacles used for the popular TV show Total Wipeout, hosted by Richard Hammond.

The attraction has been hotly anticipated by those looking to cool off since it was announced in Febraury.

Visitors should be aware that while the obstacle course promises unbridled excitement, some requirements need to be met beforehand.

The aqua park will operate with timed sessions throughout the day and will include a 10 minute safety briefing before sessions begin.

Children must be aged eight and older and be more than 1.2 metres tall (3.9 feet) while special sessions will be held for six and seven-year-olds. Youngsters aged eight to 15 must have a responsible adult on the shore for the duration of the session

All customers must be able to swim at least 50 metres unaided but wearing one of the buoyancy vests provided.

Free parking and changing facilities with lockers for valuables are available along with food and drink at the Waterfront Café and Boat House Bistro on the water’s edge.

Visitors can book via the official website and make full payment online prior to their visit.

• Fancy cooling off in less energetic surroundings? See our guide to Kent's outdoor pools and splash parks here.